Question 1

Is 72903 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 72903 in Fort Smith has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Fort Smith city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 72903 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 72903?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 72903 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 72903. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 72903 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Fort Smith. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 72903?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 72903 is approximately $242K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 72903 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 72903 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 72903 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 72903 has an overall NeighborScore of 65/100, placing it in the moderate range for Fort Smith. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 65/100, 72903 scores similarly to the middle tier of Fort Smith neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Fort Smith — ZIP 72903

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
BONNEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	PK–05	—	—	—
L. A. CHAFFIN MIDDLE SCHOOL	06–08	—	—	—
RAYMOND F. ORR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	KG–05	—	—	—
PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	PK–05	—	—	—
SOUTHSIDE HIGH SCHOOL	09–12	—	—	—
JOHN P. WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	PK–05	—	—	—
EUPER LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	PK–05	—	—	—
FORT SMITH VIRTUAL ACADEMY	06–12	—	—	—